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Access to these features require either an IMDbPro Premium Subscription or an IMDbPro Basic Subscription. An IMDbPro Premium Subscription is required to manage your “Known For” credits and your profession summary. Learn more on the IMDbPro Subscription comparison page.




This article provides answers to the most common questions asked about the filmography found on an IMDbPro page.



What filmography credits are verified vs. self-verified?
How do I add self-verified Film and TV Show credits to my page?
How do I add self-verified filmography credits (e.g. Commercials, Theater, Modeling, etc.) to my page?
Can I reorder my self-verified filmography credits?
How can I change my profession summary?
What are “Known For” credits and where are they displayed?
How can I change my “Known For” credits?
What credits are eligible for “Known For”?
How are “Known For” credits determined if I don’t edit them?
When will my preferred “Known For” updates be displayed?
Can I select all of the “Known For” credits?
Can I choose to have fewer than four “Known For” credits?
Do I have to claim a page to manage “Known For” credits?
What happens to my preferred “Known For” credits if I cancel or downgrade my IMDbPro membership?
What happens if a credit I have on IMDb and have selected for my “Known For” section is removed?
When would IMDb determine to make an override of my selection for editorial reasons?
Will my “Known For” changes update my Bio?
Why can’t I control other aspects of my profile in this way?

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